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Fisher, Olson and Blegay advance in Prince George council races
Comment this story Comment Wanika Fisher, Eric Olson and Wala Blegay secured narrow victories in the last three races for Prince George’s County Council to be decided following last week’s primary election, potentially cementing a new Liberal majority on the board. Fisher, a lawyer and former state delegate, edged out Victor Ramirez by just under …
Vermont Open Farm Week turns 8, August 7-14
Vermont Business Magazine For the eighth year in a row, Vermont Farmers will once again open their barn doors and yard doors to welcome the public for a behind-the-scenes look at Vermont’s dynamic working landscapes. Vermont Open Farm Week 2022 will be held Sunday, August 7 through Sunday, August 14 and will feature over 105 …
Shippensburg Fair Competitors Mark Milestones | Agricultural shows, regional fairs, events and conventions
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. — McKenzie Myers ended her junior show career in a big way — with three grand champions at the Shippensburg Community Fair. Myers, a Penn State senior, won a total of $11,500 for his top pork, goat and steer on July 30 at the fair’s junior livestock sale. To make the occasion even …
University, City Host CU Night in Downtown Boulder | CU Boulder today
Chancellor Philip DiStefano and other CU Boulder representatives joined Boulder City leaders on Wednesday, July 27 for an event celebrating upcoming partnerships and to share details about the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit . CU Night in Downtown Boulder drew approximately 250 attendees to the Boulder Theater for food, drink and community – …
Cardin: It’s time to act on SECURE 2.0
Kicking off the July 26 NAPA DC Fly-In 2022 forum, one of the most influential pension policy lawmakers urged delegates to push for action on SECURE 2.0 legislation — now. Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD), a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee, outlined possible pathways for the SECURE 2.0 legislation to be enacted over the …
Crops ‘stored everywhere’: Ukraine’s crops are piling up
A small army of combine harvesters swept through an endless agricultural field on a recent afternoon in western Ukraine, throwing clouds of dust into the blue sky as the machines gathered in a sea golden wheat. Mountains of soybeans and corn will be harvested in the coming weeks. This will all add up to a …
Tough deal reached on cutting greenhouse gas emissions from Irish farms
Ireland’s coalition government has struck a hard-fought deal to cut climate emissions from the country’s key agricultural sector by 25% by 2030. This level is significantly higher than the 22 per cent farmers had hoped for, but lower than Dublin’s initial target of up to 30 per cent. Environment Minister and Green Party leader Eamon …
CREATE Project event, filming takes place on Saturday in the city park | News, Sports, Jobs
Stories can be told in many ways – in words, in dance, in pictures, in songs and in celebration. The CREATE project is happy to invite the whole community to be part of a very special story on Saturday at Memorial Park in Dunkirk. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. that day, the …
Midwest Acquirers Association honors Green Sheet’s Gillespie at MWAA 2022
2022 MWAA Industry Excellence Award Winner The Green Leaf: Empowering and Connecting Payments Professionals Industry Achievement Award to be presented at MWAA’s 20th Annual Conference This year, we are delighted to award the 2022 Industry Achievement Award to Kate Gillespie of The Green Sheet. — Rod Katzfey, MWAA President and Board Member PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA, USA, …
Debate Over Wind Turbines and Invenergy’s ‘Shenandoah Hills’ Wind Farm Continues in Page County | New
(Clarinda) – Opponents and supporters of wind turbines and a proposed project in Page County continue to make their respective points. At its regular meeting Tuesday evening, the County Board of Supervisors discussed Invenergy’s “Shenandoah Hills” wind farm project with Page County Horizons and their ongoing concerns about the company’s permit application. Mary Ann Gibson …
Nobles County Farm Family winners put family first – The Globe
WORTHINGTON – A cheerful yellow house overlooks the expanse of fields and apple trees south of Worthington. It’s impossible to miss – not just because of the house – but because the turnoff from the gravel road is marked by a large white sign that reads ‘Nystrom Orchard’, with a quaintly painted apple core next …
Clymer Community Garage Sale Confirms 26 Event Locations | New
Clymer Borough’s annual community garage sale from July 28-30 will feature at least 26 garage sale locations around the borough this year. During the three-day event, any borough resident can hold a garage sale without having to pay the usual $5 permit fee. Maps showing confirmed garage sale locations will be available at the Borough …
Arkansas Trucking Association Names Its First Maintenance Professional of the Year
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas – During the Arkansas Technicians Championship at Rogers in June, the Trucking Association of Arkansas (ATA) announced the winner of a new award: the Truck Maintenance Professional Award. ‘year. The first recipient, Ryan Womack, superintendent of fleet maintenance for McKee Foods Transportation, LLC, was named at the awards banquet on June 24. …
Martin Clunes is battling ‘totally unsuitable’ plans for a permanent site for travelers next to his farm
Martin Clunes is battling ‘totally unsuitable’ plans for a permanent site for travelers next to his 130-acre farm Mr Clunes is trying to prevent the construction of a permanent site for travelers near his farm Theo Langton and Ruth McGill are looking to build a permanent home on their land Mr Clunes opposed the proposal …
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Rezin Hosts Agriculture Advisory Committee at Yorkville Farm – Shaw Local
Local farmers and agriculture industry leaders gathered July 13 for Illinois Senate Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin’s Agriculture Advisory Committee meeting at Stewart Farms in Yorkville to discuss agriculture issues with Rezin, R-Morris and Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello. “Agriculture is the foundation of Illinois’ economy and the biggest job driver within the …
Brandy Springs Park Revival Committee Hosts Fundraising Event
MERCER, Pa. (WKBN) — A local group held an event Saturday to raise money for revitalization projects in Brandy Spring Park. The Brandy Springs Revival Committee is working to restore the park to its former glory, including installing a wading pool and a new playground. The group hosted the first-ever Mercer Community Day to raise …
HOA Homefront – Set standards for HOA meetings with meeting rules
Besides the general condition of the property, another positive first impression on new members can be board meetings that are efficient, positive, and orderly. However, how does a new owner or director learn how board meetings should be conducted? Associations are not required by law to have meeting rules, but these rules can be extremely …
Philly’s clean energy goals languish as solar farm remains unbuilt – NBC10 Philadelphia
What there is to know More than three years ago, Philadelphia city officials signed a contract to build what would be one of Pennsylvania’s largest solar arrays on farmland in a rural central part of the state. But the project has stalled, with three developers having done no construction on the site since then. The …
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Bulloch Co. woman hopes to set up boarding school in Uganda
BULLOCH COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) – A young woman from Bulloch County has been helping young people in Africa for years. She works as a missionary and is now looking to establish a boarding school in the community to further help the children. To see the plans and hear the vision, it sounds like something an …
Cleveland community events include Saturday Night Dance, National Night August 2 – Salisbury Post
CLEVELAND — City officials recently announced plans to celebrate National Night Out, an event taking place in communities across the country that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Cleveland will also host Dancing on Depot Street on Saturday night. Residents can walk out to join local leaders and police on Aug. 2 from 6 p.m. …
Local chapter learns best practices at first post-pandemic LAP conference
Legend:First-year members of the Cheektawaga-Sloan Teachers’ Association near Buffalo signed up for NYSUT’s Local Action Project following a leadership change. “The last few years have been pretty damn tough and we’re trying to unify our membership,” said TACS secretary Tim Murray, an elementary music instructor. “We have some great new ideas on how …
Plans for a large solar farm on the outskirts of Chester filed with CWaC
PLANS for a large solar farm straddling the England-Wales border near Chester have been submitted to Cheshire West and Chester Council. The Bretton Hall Solar Farm project covers an area of approximately 70 football pitches (50 hectares), crossing the border between Flintshire and Cheshire, on farmland at Bretton Hall Farm between Saltney and Bretton. Due …
McLean County farmers hope for more rain
MCLEAN COUNTY, Ill. (WMBD) – Dry weather in the Twin Cities may soon begin to affect the growing season for local farmers. The USDA lists most of McLean County as abnormally dry based on the amount of precipitation the area has received. Rodney Weinzierl, executive director of the Illinois Corn Growers Association, said this is …
Mendocino Farms brings a new dining destination to the Plano community with the opening of Legacy West
Why is this important? Known for its adventurous and approachable dishes, Mendocino Farms will bring a new chef-led experience to Legacy West, providing a convenient setting to enjoy a quality meal to satisfy any craving. “Ever since Mendocino Farms entered the DFW market, we had in mind Maps a diverse food scene and look forward …
Farmers markets kick off 2022 season around Dallas County
Farmer’s market season is here. This is where you can find fresh produce, homemade treats, and artisan products throughout Dallas County. Adel Fresh Finds Farmers Market The Adel Fresh Finds Farmer’s Market kicked off the 2022 season on June 21. Market characteristics vendors selling fresh producebaked goods and more, plus food trucks and live music. …
2022 Albany Riverfront Collaborative Community Gathering
Daniel Robert July 18, 2022Updated: July 18, 2022, 9:29 a.m. Were you SEEN at the Albany Riverfront Collaborative Community Gathering on June 16, 2022, at the Capital Repertory Theater in Albany, NY? In attendance were members of the community and collaboration, as well as dignitaries and experts (including keynote speaker Majora Carter). The event raised …
Georgia agents elect Iverson president
New You can now listen to the Insurance Journal articles! The Independent Insurance Association of Georgia has named longtime member Michael Iverson as president of the organization. Iverson is CEO of MD Iverson Group, an insurance agency in Fairburn, Georgia. He previously served as IIAG president, vice president and other positions, the association said in …
“Drones can give Indian agriculture the boost it needs”
THE INTRODUCTION of drones in the agricultural sector is a watershed moment for the sector, said Feroz Sheikh, chief information and digital officer of agricultural input giant Syngenta India. Interacting with The Indian Express, Sheikh said that this technology will help the industry move to advanced models. Last year, the Center authorized the use of …
African Swine Fever: Wild Boars Roaming Rome Must Be Killed, Officials Say
Comment this story Comment ROME — Wild boars have emerged as a force of chaos in the Italian capital over the past decade, feasting on trash, disrupting traffic and encroaching on the Vatican. They are seen as symbols of urban decay by some or just plain cute piglets by others. In samea boar replaces the …
University to Host Popular Back-to-School Event, Basketball Clinic with Hall of Fame – University of Lynchburg
A Lynchburg student hands out free shoes during the 2020 Building Our Community Together back-to-school event in downtown Lynchburg. Local families will once again have access to free shoes and school supplies during the annual Back to School Building Community Together event. Sponsored by One Community One Voice and hosted by Lynchburg University, this year’s …
Indian football: CoA submits draft AIFF constitution to Supreme Court
The final draft constitution of the Football Association of India, which was drafted by the Committee of Trustees (CoA), has been submitted to the Supreme Court for approval. It was submitted to the Supreme Court on Friday, the AIFF said in a statement on Saturday. Acting AIFF Secretary General Sunando Dhar said, “After a long …
In a twist, old coal-fired power plants help provide renewable energy. Here’s how.
Across the country, aging and outdated coal-fired power plants are given new life as solar, battery and other renewable energy projects, in part because they have a decades-old feature that has become increasingly more valuable: they are already connected to the electricity grid. The miles of high-voltage cables and pylons often needed to connect power …
Solar farm project called ‘game changer’ for Warren – Knox County VillageSoup
WARREN — A solar farm project that would be the largest in New England would be a game-changer for the city, a city official said during a more than two-hour public hearing Thursday night. The Planning Board voted unanimously at the end of the July 14 hearing to defer consideration of the site plan application …
Wild Blueberries—The Maine Event | National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Do you like the juicy flavor of wild blueberries? Thank you Maine growers. Maine is the leading producer of lowbush or wild blueberries. Lowbush blueberries are native to northern New England and Atlantic Canada. Nearly 500 farmers manage 36,000 acres of commercial wild blueberry land in Maine. According to the USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service, …
Coastal arts and culture news
Phillips Exeter Academy’s Lamont Gallery welcomes Managing Miscellanea EXETER – Phillips Exeter Academy’s Lamont Gallery will host Managing Miscellanea, an exhibition that will allow viewers to take an in-depth look at what we consider to be our indefinite collection. Since its conception in 1952, the Lamont Gallery has never officially been a collecting gallery; However, …
Dutch dairy farmer must slaughter 95% of his cows
In the Netherlands, dairy farmer Martin Neppelenbroek is near the end of the line. New environmental regulations will force it to reduce its herd by 95%. He thinks he will have to sell his family farm. “I can’t run a farm with 5%. For me, it’s over and over,” he said in a July 7 …
Jill Biden slammed for comparing Hispanics to breakfast tacos
Dr. Jill Biden’s attempt to compliment the Hispanic community at an event in Texas backfired dramatically when she compared them to a traditional Mexican meal. She was speaking Monday at the annual UnidosUS conference in San Antonio, where more than 60% of the population is Hispanic. She praised the group’s president, Raul Yzaguirre, who “helped …
Joseph E. Thal | News, Sports, Jobs
Joseph E. (Joe) Thal, 87 of Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania, died at home on Saturday, July 9, 2022. Joe was born in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania on November 7, 1934. He was the son of the late Lawrence ” French “ Thal, Sr. and Marie Smead Thal. He was predeceased by his brothers, Lawrence …
Texas Chefs for Farmers Festival to Debut in Houston This Fall Featuring Top Local Chefs
Chefs for Farmersa Texas food and wine festival that brings together the talents of local chefs and farmers, is coming to Houston for the first time this fall, showcasing some of Houston’s finest cooks. The festival, partner of Houston Food Bank non-profit, will take over Autry Park at Shepherd and Allen Parkway from 1 p.m. …
United Community Corp. matches community youth with mentors at steak and burger event – Essex News Daily
This slideshow requires JavaScript. NEWARK, NJ – The Weequahic Park Community Center was filled with young men, adults and plenty of burgers and steaks on Thursday night, June 30. United Community Corp.’s Community Violence Interruption Program. hosted a steak and burger event as part of its efforts to help young people find positive outlets. This …
Gasoline prices in Alabama soared 54% last year
The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline broke multiple records in the first two weeks of May, according to the American Automobile Association. AAA is a national, private, nonprofit association and service organization with more than 60 million members in the United States and Canada. AAA’s National Gas Price Survey found that …
Vintage farm engine show attracts enthusiasts – The Daily Gazette
FORT HUNTER – The distinctive sounds of snort, then snort, then snort, then snort of “hit and miss” antique gasoline farm engines permeated the 45th annual Antique Gas Engine and Tractor Show at the historic site of State of Schoharie Crossing Saturday. Don Bernaski, president of the Tri-county Old Time Power Association, said it was …
From farm to road: Wave of farmer protests sweeps across Europe
Amid the seemingly global rise in inflation – which began with the effects of the pandemic and worsened by the global oil crisis fueled by the Russian-Ukrainian war – Europe is bearing the brunt of it. As if energy security were not enough of a problem, it has now spawned another potential (but expected) crisis: …
Come to the BRLT Community Event on July 16
Boothbay Region Land Trust will be hosting a free and fun community family event on Saturday, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Oak Point Farm, Samoset Road, Boothbay Harbor. Activities will include a bouncy house, alpacas (from 10 a.m. to noon), sun print activity table, lawn games, Maine Stone Workers Guild demonstration, …
Dalton City Council Member Elected to Georgia Municipal Association District | Local News
Dalton City Council member Tyree Goodlett was recently elected to represent Northwest Georgia as District Chairperson of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA). Goodlett was elected president of District 1, which includes Dalton and surrounding counties as far south as Paulding County and as far east as Gilmer County and Fannin County. Goodlett served as district …
Escapee charged with fleeing to avoid apprehension | News, Sports, Jobs
The break for the release of the inmate from the pre-release center at Lycoming County Jail Todd Hill last month lasted less than a day, according to court records that have recently come to light. After leaving the facility on County Farm Road in Loyalsock on the morning of June 17, …
Free Community Events in July Celebrate the Creation of 3 New Murals in Fall River – Fall River Reporter
Get ready for a colorful and fun July in Fall River! The Fall River Arts & Culture Coalition (FRACC) and Viva Fall River invite the community to participate in 4 free events celebrating Viva Murals. This effort will see the completion of 3 new murals in the city by the end of the month. Through …
Tejinder was organizing no secret: Punjab Badminton Association : The Tribune India
Tribune press service Deepankar Sharda Chandigarh, July 6 The Punjab Badminton Association (PBA), which hosted the All-India Sub-Junior (U-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament in which parents raised the issue of age-related fraud, clarified that Tejinder Bedi was not the organizing secretary of the championship. What the clarification says Tejinder Bedi did …
Study: Some ME Blueberry Fields Are Warming Faster Than Others
The warming trend varies depending on factors such as location, time and season and may result in fewer berries being produced, a researcher says. MAINE, USA — A new University of Maine A study found that some blueberry fields heat up faster than others depending on factors such as location, season and time of day, …
Harvests underway in South Texas
By Tom NicoletteSenior Network Producer Farmers in the Texas Coastal Bend and Rio Grande Valley regions begin harvesting their 2022 crops. The last week of June is usually the start of the sorghum harvest in Coastal Bend. This year was no exception and the sorghum harvest is in full swing. But the dryland sorghum area …
Youth Soccer Camps, Baseball, and More Things to Do in Frisco in July and August
Make the most of the summer months with these events taking place in and around Frisco. July 9 | Play soccer with the pros Dak is back with his annual Dak Prescott Youth Football Camp at The Star. During the two-day camp, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback will provide football tips and practical instruction to children …
Heavy storms cause damage in Adams County
Severe weekend storms caused damage to parts of the Susquehanna Valley, including Adams County. At Dayhoff Farm, just outside Gettysburg, winds and rain swept away two barns and a shed on Saturday. He owns a roofing and construction company that specializes in storm damage. “A lot of clean up. The worst thing was the debris …
COMMUNITY EVENTS | News | duboiscountyherald.com
The Perry County News is pleased to announce events of local interest as a service to our readers and the community. Information should be sent to The News at PO Box 309, Tell City, IN 47586. Information can also be faxed to 812-547-2847 or emailed to [email protected] Please include a phone number. Parker/Sales meeting on …
Educators Elect New TEA President and Vice President | Education
The Tennessee Education Association recently elected new association officers at its 89th Representative Assembly. Knox County veteran educator Tanya T. Coats was elected TEA president, and Joe Crabtree, who is a middle school teacher at Johnson City’s Liberty Bell, was elected TEA vice president. “TEA’s strength is rooted in our member-leaders who use their passion …
Indigo opens farmers’ access to the voluntary carbon market
New Indigo opens farmers’ access to the voluntary carbon market July 03, 2022 The market is expected to reach $50 billion by 2030 indigo farming announced last week the completion of production of the first crop of large-scale generated ledger-issued, verified agricultural carbon credits. The credits will be officially issued by the Climate Action Reserve …
Vast majority of farms in Nova Scotia have no succession plan: census
Richard Melvin spent a lot of time thinking about the future of his farm. He grows fresh vegetables like cauliflower and romaine lettuce on his 200-hectare farm. Over time, he drew up a succession plan, outlining the details of passing on his farm. But Melvin, who is 67, is in the vast minority. According to …
Fireworks, set to music for the 4th of July event |
Robert Earl Keen’s fourth annual celebration on the river in Kerrville is scheduled for Monday, with fireworks and a full day of music. Mini Mart will again sponsor the 4th of July fireworks this year. The 4th of July Fireworks Show is the largest fireworks show in the Texas Hill Country and is enjoyed by …
Silverdale Borough Council Chairman Clair Black Honored by State Association
SILVERDALE — Silverdale Borough Council President Clair Black received the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB) “2022 Council Member of the Year” award on May 23 in Hershey. The Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB) is a statewide, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to serving 956 borough governments. Since 1911, the PSAB has represented the interests …
Solar farm capable of powering over 12,000 homes recommended for green light in Bassetlaw
A solar farm capable of powering more than 12,000 homes on the national grid could be given the green light in Bassetlaw next week. Labour-led Bassetlaw District Council will review the plans, near Bumble Bee Farm, Saundby, at a planning committee meeting on Wednesday July 6. Committee advisors are recommended by the officers to give …
Campaign Diary: Making hay while the sun is shining? It can be tricky in Cumbria | Agriculture
AAt least three days of warm, sunny weather are needed to make hay, and good weather is often rare in Cumbria. We had been greedily looking at our weather apps and a window popped up. The grass had grown long enough to make hay, the seeds had grown and there were no nesting birds in …